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What are neurones?

Neurones are the specialised cells that make up the nervous system. Bundles of neurones are known as nerves. Neurones carry electrical impulses around the entire body.

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Describe the two components of the nervous system.

The nervous system is made up of two parts: the central nervous system (CNS) and the peripheral nervous system (PNS). The CNS is made up of the brain and the spinal cord. The PNS is made up of sensory and...

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How does the release of calcium ions regulate muscle contraction?

Tropomyosin is a protein that covers the actin binding site. This prevents a cross-bridge forming between the myosin and actin filaments whilst the muscle is at rest. Calcium ions bind to troponin molecul...

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Answered by Emily T. Biology tutor
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How does a high cholesterol diet increase the risk of coronary heart disease?

High cholesterol diets lead to high cholesterol levels in the blood. Low density lipoproteins, known as LDLs or BAD-cholesterol, build up in the artery walls. They form solid plaques which narrow the arte...

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How does oxidative phosphorylation work in respiration

Reduced NAD/FAD from previous stages of respiration (glycolysis, link reaction, Krebs cycle) relocate from the mitochondrial matrix to the inner mitochondrial membrane. At this point they are oxidised, lo...

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